It doesn’t matter what your sport is, or whether you’re training or racing: You’re more likely to maximize your performance if you’re comfortable with the gear that you're using. Take CrossFit. This multi-skill training program combines strength and conditioning exercises that force you to adapt to your explosive-cardio and endurance thresholds, quickly. To be comfortable, you need gear that functions at all intensity levels for a broad range of exercises. We’re talking shoes that provide support for lifting and rope climbing, shorts that move with you and compress in all the right places and boxers that don’t give you a wedgie during kettlebell sets.Several sports gear companies (Reebok, most notably) have been responding to the country's recent obsession with CrossFit by launching dozens of new high-intensity interval training products.We took the opportunity to check out some of the coolest and most promising-looking new options, putting them to our own real-world sweat test. The 15 finalists we're revealing here do more than just keep up with you as you move—their designs may actually help you improve your workout of the day.

CW-X Stabiltyx Ventilator ShortsThe CW-X Stabiltyx Ventilator Shorts keep you cool in a stuffy gym or outside in hot temps. The mesh ventilation panels on the quadriceps allow the heat to leave your muscles and the cool air to rush in, which prevents muscle fatigue. The shorts use CW-X’s Support Web technology by creating an exoskeletal support system for the core, IT band, and hip flexors. ($80, cw-x.com)

110 Playharder

110% Play Harder Compression ShortsThese shorts are two-in-one: compression and cooling. The 110% Play Harder Compression Shorts keep circulation flowing during a workout, and reduce pain and soreness with its post-workout cold therapy feature. After your workout, simply slide the included, reusable frozen ice sheets into cooling-specific pockets for an instant cold treatment. The shorts also stretch without compromising targeted compression areas during your workout and antimicrobial material wicks sweat. Not a cold therapy fan? Heat the ice sheets in the microwave and insert the same way for heat therapy. ($110, 110playharder.com)

CW-X Ventilator Compression SocksGood socks, believe it or not, are just as important as good shoes. They provide support and cushioning in key places making all the difference in your workout. CW-X’s Ventilator Compression Socks secure your calves, ankle joints and arches with compression technology. Specifically-placed vents on your shin, calf, arch, and base of your toe keep air circulating to prevent nasty foot bacteria from taking over (it’s gross, but we have to say it). ($55, cw-x.com)

Again Faster

Again Faster Olympic Lifting ShoesAgain Faster’s Olympic Lifting Shoes are priced affordable without skimping on support. These old-school shoes resort to original shoe-construction technology by constructing the elevated heel using wood to ensure maximum force return when you lift. The leather upper and retention straps keep prevent slippage. ($99, againfaster.com)

Inov-8

Inov-8 Bare-XF 260Inov-8’s new shoes, Bare-XF 260, are the shoe when it comes to conquering CrossFit. With zero differential and zero midsole, the shoes deliver support necessary for lifting while still being able to maintain your natural running style. The Rope-Tec technology provides 360-degree maximum grip as you climb up the 15-foot rope. The Bare-XF 260 has all of the grip and flexibility you need in a CrossFit shoe and won’t ever slip off with velcro lacing. ($140, inov-8.com)

Reebok

Reebok Nano 2.0Enter version two of CrossFit’s famous all-around shoe: more than 500 athletes sported the Nano 2.0 by Reebok at the recent CrossFit Games. Rich Froning, who earned the title of repeat champion this year, wore his uniquely designed Nano’s at the games and said they were by the far the best shoes he’s ever worn. “It is great for everything we do in CrossFit,” Froning said. “I’ve done a triathlon, personal record’d my clean and jerk and personal record’d my snatch in the Nano 2.0.” In black, a bright green and a flashy blue, the Nano 2.0 has improved flexibility and a mesh forefoot for breathability, but has the same support and low profile, natural structure to help with lifting, jumping and staying quick on your feet. ($110, reebok.com)

Adidas

Adidas Techfit Recovery Short Sleeve TeeCompression aids not only the larger, lower-body muscles, but also the upper-body muscle groups. When doing a WOD (workout of the day) that revolves around pull-ups or the bench press—like the Lynne workout that builds your chest muscles, or the Fran that works back muscles—the Adidas’ Techfit Recovery Short Sleeve Tee master’s crucial ventilation. Strategic compression zones secure your upper-body muscles. The shirt also has odor suppression material. Only your performance, not your smell, will scare away other gym-goers. ($55, adidas.com)

Adidas

Adidas Clima Ultimate Short-Sleeve TopMaybe compression isn’t your thing or you’re doing an easier workout— the Adidas Clima Ultimate Short-Sleeve Top is ultralight. It uses Climalite technology that wicks heat and sweat away from your body. This top will stay loose and cool when you are doing sprints, but isn’t cumbersome when performing a kettlebell swing or climbing the rope. ($22, adidas.com)

Reebok

Reebok Cold Mock Compression ShirtIf you live in a chillier climate and like to workout outside, a short-sleeve shirt might not cut it. For working out on colder days, Reebok designed the moisture-wicking, antimicrobial Cold Mock Compression shirt. Using Polar Tech technology, the shirt is constructed from lightweight fleece that can withstand even the coldest temperatures, down to 20 degrees and lower. The shirt will keep your muscles warm on its own or as a base layer during the coldest of winter sprints or outdoor WODs. ($120, reebok.com)

Reebok

Reebok Fight Gone Bad Fleece HoodyIdeal for a transition top, Reebok made its Fight Gone Bad Fleece Hoody with stretchy fabric to allow flexibility during warmup stretching but preserve the soft, comfortable feel you want from fleece. The sweatshirt’s slim fit ensures no bulky fabric hinders your workout, but it still has a wide range of motion. For extra warmth, pull the comfy, oversized hood over your head. ($90, reebok.com)

Rogue Fitness

Rogue Fitness Wrist WrapsTo support the bones in your wrists from oily lifts, presses, and bench lifting, wear Rogue Fitness’ Rogue Wrist Wraps. The wraps are fitted with a thumb loop and a velcro closure, and come in three different sizes to ensure the right fit. ($12-18, roguefitness.com)